India And Saudi Arabia Sign Bilateral Haj agreement Flashcards
What is the total quota of pilgrims from India for Haj 2024?
1,75,025 pilgrims
How many seats are reserved for Indian pilgrims to proceed through the Haj Committee of India for Haj 2024?
1,40,020 seats
Who signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 on behalf of India?
Union Minister Smriti Irani and Minister of State for External Affairs V. Muraleedharan
Who represented Saudi Arabia in signing the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024?
Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah.
Where was the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 signed?
In Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Where was the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 signed?
In Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Duration of Hajj Pilgrimage
Over five to six days.
What does the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 reflect about India-Saudi Arabia relations?
It reflects the longstanding historical ties and strategic partnership between the two nations.
What does the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 reflect about India-Saudi Arabia relations?
It reflects the longstanding historical ties and strategic partnership between the two nations.
What areas define the India-Saudi Arabia partnership?
Economic cooperation, defense partnership, energy security, and cultural exchanges.
How does the Indian diaspora contribute to India-Saudi relations?
The diaspora strengthens cultural ties and contributes to economic collaborations and joint ventures.
What role does the Haj Committee of India play in the Haj 2024 quota?
It reserves seats for 1,40,020 Indian pilgrims to perform Haj.
Why is Hajj considered an essential duty in Islam?
It is a religious obligation for Muslims who are physically and financially able to perform it.
What does the signing of the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 symbolize beyond pilgrimage arrangements?
It symbolizes deeper diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between India and Saudi Arabia.
What is Hajj?
Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to the sacred city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, the holiest city for Muslims, performed over five to six days during Dhu al-Hijjah.
Who is required to perform Hajj?
Hajj is a mandatory duty for adult Muslims who are physically and financially able to undertake the journey.
Who is required to perform Hajj?
Hajj is a mandatory duty for adult Muslims who are physically and financially able to undertake the journey.
What is the role of the Haj Committee of India
It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, set up to make arrangements for the pilgrimage of Muslims for Hajj.